Neural Adaptations to Metronome-Paced Strength Training

Launched by EGAS MONIZ - COOPERATIVA DE ENSINO SUPERIOR, CRL · Jul 29, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial, titled "Neural Adaptations to Metronome-Paced Strength Training," is looking into how different methods of strength training can affect how our brain communicates with our muscles. The researchers want to see if using a metronome to pace the exercises and adding some variability can help improve muscle function more effectively, especially for people recovering from injuries. They believe that this new approach can enhance the brain's ability to control movement, which is often impacted by factors like aging or injury.

To participate in this study, individuals need to be healthy adults aged 18 to 40 years. However, people with certain conditions, such as neurological issues or those with metal implants, are not eligible. Participants can expect to engage in strength training exercises guided by a metronome, and the study aims to understand how this training affects their muscle control and brain function. If you're interested in improving your strength and helping researchers learn more about effective training methods, this trial might be a good fit!

Gender

MALE

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • aged between 18 and 40 years
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Neurologic conditions;
• • Lower limb disabilities or disease;
• • Not able to provide informed consent;
• • Have an implanted device (e.g. pacemakers) or any metal in the body;
• • Medication advised against the application of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation;
• • History/family history of seizures, brain lesions or head trauma, neurological or psychiatric diseases, epilepsy, migraine